Wwptd?

[lizbud]

Yeah, maybe the business card could be misinterrupted. Just thought
if she knew your name or had a number to reach people if need be, she could.

You really don't have to involve yourself any further than holding out a
helping hand if she wants one.Know what I mean?

[Daisy and Delilah]

Kudos to you for going over there and being there for her. That's alot more than alot of DV victims get. In my opinion, you've done the best thing you can do for her already. She knows where you are and she knows she has a friend she can turn to.

I would have given anything years ago if someone would have done this much for me. You're my hero!!

[Karen]

I'd continue doing what you ae doing, just offering to be a friend. And no, she might not have friends and family around. Women in long-term DV situations often end up cutting ties with everyone who once loved them, trying to survive the relationship.

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Johanna, you did good. Most people in your place would have said "Oh, that's terrible." when they heard the news, and that is as far as it would have went.

I agree that you should just try to be around if you see her out and about. You don't have to push a friendship, but let her know that you are there if she does want/need help. Many times, like others have mentioned, women in her situation are cut off from family and friends, or they might not want to let family and friends know what is really going on - the camelot syndrome. She might be much more likely to open up to a "stranger" and might be more likely to take an "outsiders" advice more than any other.

Also having the name, address and emergency phone number for the local battered women's shelter on hand would be extremely helpful.

I know this all puts you in a tough position because the last thing you want to do is bring danger on yourself and Jonah, but I think you're great for stepping up and trying to help - thanks.